1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 88 L |
